"You don't want to have a lot of fat, which goes along with a lot of our American diets," Ferman said.

She cited a study by the Department of Human Biology and Nutrition Sciences at the University of Guelph, Ontario, that found good nutrition is "a leading environmental factor in the prevention of breast cancer."

"Specific types of fat, particularly monounsaturated fat and the ratio of omega-3 to omega-6 fatty acids, demonstrate more potential to influence breast cancer risk," an abstract of the study stated.

Commenting on "The Dr. Oz Show" website, Dr. Rachel Beller lauded the role of omega-3 fats.

"Why do you need omega-3s? Well-regarded research suggests that omega-3s enhance overall well-being and are particularly important for breast health," Beller wrote.

"You don't want to have a lot of fat, which goes along with a lot of our American diets," Ferman said.

She cited a study by the Department of Human Biology and Nutrition Sciences at the University of Guelph, Ontario, that found good nutrition is "a leading environmental factor in the prevention of breast cancer."

"Specific types of fat, particularly monounsaturated fat and the ratio of omega-3 to omega-6 fatty acids, demonstrate more potential to influence breast cancer risk," an abstract of the study stated.

Commenting on "The Dr. Oz Show" website, Dr. Rachel Beller lauded the role of omega-3 fats.

"Why do you need omega-3s? Well-regarded research suggests that omega-3s enhance overall well-being and are particularly important for breast health," Beller wrote.

Breast-healthy, low-fat, high-fiber meals are far from bland. Here are some tasty treats for your family.

Better Breakfast Müsli

Müsli is a traditional European high-fiber, low-fat breakfast grain cereal. Making your own is not only healthier, but also saves on the cost of the processed kind found in the cereal aisle.